*Effective Date:* June 11, 2026
Welcome to *Akrēa* (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We operate the website [Your Domain Name] (the “Site”) and are committed to protecting your personal data and your privacy.
This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, place a Made-to-Order (MTO) or limited-edition purchase, or interact with our digital channels.
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### *1. Information We Collect*
We only collect personal information that is necessary to fulfill your orders, communicate updates, and improve your shopping experience.
* *Personal Identity Data:* Name, shipping address, billing address, email address, and phone number.
* *Transaction Data:* Details about payments made by you and details of products you have purchased from us. (Note: We do not store your credit card or bank account details. All payments are securely processed by our third-party payment gateway partners).
* *Technical & Usage Data:* IP address, browser type, device information, and data regarding how you interact with our website via cookies, Google Analytics, and tracking tools.
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### *2. How We Use Your Information*
We use the collected data to manage our daily business operations, including:
* *Fulfillment:* Processing your limited-edition orders, scheduling custom sizing requests, managing 50% advance payments for Made-to-Order drops, and arranging shipping and delivery.
* *Customer Support:* Responding to your inquiries, handling returns or sizing exchanges, and providing order tracking updates.
* *Marketing Optimization:* Sending updates about upcoming collection drops, exclusive sneak peeks, or seasonal casual/occasion wear expansions (only if you have opted in to receive them).
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### *3. Sharing Your Information*
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data with third parties. We only share essential information with trusted service providers who help us operate our business:
* *E-Commerce Plugins & Hosts:* Secure processing data handled via WordPress and WooCommerce.
* *Payment Gateways:* To securely manage online transactions, advance collections, and refunds.
* *Logistics & Courier Partners:* To share your name, address, and contact details so your garments can be safely delivered to your doorstep.
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### *4. Data Security*
We implement industry-standard security protocols to keep your personal data secure. Our WordPress website uses Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption to safeguard data transmission during the checkout process. However, please remember that no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
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### *5. Your Legal Rights*
Depending on your location, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
* The right to access the personal data we hold about you.
* The right to request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
* The right to request the deletion of your personal data from our active marketing databases.
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### *6. Updates to This Policy*
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our operational, legal, or regulatory requirements (such as upcoming GST integrations). Any changes will be posted immediately on this page with an updated effective date.
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### *7. Contact Us*
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please reach out to us at:
* *Brand Name:* Akrēa
* *Email:* akreastudio06@gmail.com
* *Location:* Pune, Maharashtra, India